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George R.R. Martin Reveals Origin of Slogan 'Winter is Coming'
"A Song of Ice and Fire" author George R.R. Martin likes to reference actual historical events in his novels, but for the ominous slogan "Winter is Coming" the Starks of Winterfell use to warn people of difficult times ahead, the author based it on his personal experience in Chicago. 
'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' Producer Defends Criticisms About Film's Anti-Diversity
Even before it wraps up production, the Harry Potter spinoff "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" has already come under fire for hiring only an all-white cast. 
Asian American Ministries Conference Explores How Christians Could Exemplify Leadership in the Home, Church, and Workplace
Biola University's Talbot School of Theology hosted the second Asian American Ministries Conference (AAMC) last week from November 6 to 7, this year focusing on the theme, "Lessons on Leadership." "There is such a void in the area of leadership all throughout society," said Dr. Benjamin Shin, the di… 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: The Key to a Healthy Community
Pastor Dae Joon Kim of LA Vision Church shares his thoughts and prayer on building a healthy church after meditating on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28. 
SeaWorld to Close its Killer Whale Shows for a More Natural Orca Experience
SeaWorld has announced that it will end its theatrical killer whale shows starting next year. The decision by the company was made a month after the California Coastal Commission issued a ruling that prevents the amusement park from breeding captive orcas. 
Facebook Messenger’s New Photo Magic Feature will Tell You to Send Pictures to friends through Facial Recognition
Facebook is currently in the process of releasing a new feature that will help users send photos of their friends through its Messenger app. The feature, dubbed as Photo Magic, uses facial recognition technology to scan the faces of the people in the photos. 
Nicholas Hoult Says Other Superhero Films Are 'Not Trying Hard Enough'
When it comes to making superhero films, "X-Men: Apocalypse" star Nicholas Hoult sure knows a thing or two what makes a good one. After all, he has appeared as Beast in three "X-Men" films already - "First Class," "Days of Future Past," and now "Apocalypse." 
Luxury Watch Maker Tag Heuer Officially Unveils Intel and Android-Powered Smartwatch
Tag Heuer has officially unveiled to the public its latest entry in the smartwatch market. According to the luxury timepiece maker, the device, dubbed as Tag Heuer Connected Watch, was made in partnership with Intel and Google. 
‘Overwatch’ Developers Still Unsure What to Do with Post-Launch DLCs
With in-game microtransactions becoming increasingly popular, a lot of gamers are wondering if Blizzard will adopt the same system for the future DLCs of its upcoming "Overwatch" game. In turns out, however, that the developers themselves are still not sure what to do with these content updates. 
Science News: Extinct Giant Rats Could Make a Comeback, According to Scientists
Scientists have discovered that large rats the size of dogs once roamed the Earth. Although they are already extinct, it is still possible that the gigantic versions of these rats and other animals could return. 
'Castle' Showrunners Say Castle and Beckett Are Still 'Desperately In Love With Each Other'
"Castle" fans were very upset when season 8 showrunners Terence Paul Winter and Alexi Hawley decided to shake up the dynamic of Rick Castle and Kate Beckett by separating them. 
Josh Hutcherson Reveals What He Loves, Hates About Peeta Mellark
Back in 2012, Josh Hutcherson got cast as lead star Peeta Mellark in "The Hunger Games" series. The actor was only 19 years old then, and he literally grew up together with the character he portrayed. 
'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' Producer Teases That Fans Are Going to 'Invest Mostly in Batman v Superman' Rather Than the Creation of Justice League
Director Zack Snyder of "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" has already revealed that the DC movie will tell the story of how the Justice League will be formed. However, Atlas Entertainment President and producer Charles Roven said that fans of the movie will be more enthralled in the "Batman v Sup… 
Dumbledore Might Make An Appearance In Harry Potter Prequel
"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling has stressed time and again that "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" will not involve characters from her beloved "Harry Potter" series, especially since it is set in a different time (1926) and place (New York City). 
Obama and Netanyahu Meet for the First Time Since Nuclear Deal
U.S. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House on Monday for the first time in 13 months.









